Frequently Asked Questions

Parents and Families Weekend 2022 will be held Sept. 16-17. This is a great time to visit and experience all that the campus has to offer. Several engaging family-friendly programs are planned for the weekend so you and your family can enjoy the campus, create memories, and experience the pride and tradition of Kent State football.

Families should have received an emailed invitation from Parents and Families Engagement in August. Otherwise, families may visit https://www.kent.edu/parents/weekend to register.

Visa, American Express, MasterCard, Discover and Debit cards are all accepted payment methods for your Parents and Families Weekend registrations through the online registration system.  We are unable to accept registrations or payment by phone.

The City of Kent has several activities that your family can enjoy. Here is a list of activities, walking tours, and museums and galleries.   You can also purchase tickets for the football game here.

Yes, there will be a charge for children over 2.

Football tickets to the Kent State vs. Long Island University game are included in the Parents and Families Weekend package. However, if you just want to attend the game, please visit the Kent State Athletics Ticket site to purchase tickets. Pre-sale tickets are $15. The ticket cost day of the game is $20. There will be a $2.00 convenience fee associated with each on-line purchase.

No. Anyone attending weekend events must register (except for children 2 and under). We have planned activities and events to be for your entire family, and this is a great time for you all to connect with your Kent State student. We encourage you to ask your student(s) about any conflicting exams, papers or other events that may conflict before making travel plans.

Yes, until Sept. 5. After this date, requests for refunds will not be honored.

Yes. The a la carte events are only for attendees during the weekend.

Your Kent State student is invited to attend all Parents and Families Appreciation Weekend events with your family. Remember to include your student in the registration.  Anyone can attend the Black Squirrel Festival and football game, however, you must register for the weekend to attend the Blue and Gold Paint Party.

Each member of your party will receive a name tag that is required to wear for most events. Entry to the Welcome Dinner, Football game and Blue & Gold Paint Party require a ticket. Tickets to the Welcome Dinner and Blue & Gold Paint Party (if purchased) will be provided at check-in. The disbursement of football game tickets will be handled through the Athletic Ticket Office.

Families are encouraged to arrive on the day that best fits their needs. Activities will be held Friday and Saturday.

Please visit https://www.kent.edu/parents/hotels-0  for more information.

You may park in the Visitor’s Lot located on Summit St. in front of the Kent Student Center. Parking will be free for the weekend.

Parents and Families Weekend check-in will be held in the Kent Student Center, room 306 from 5 - 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 16. Check-in on Saturday, Sept. 17 will take place at the Field House located on Summit Street near Dix Stadium from 10:30 a.m.-Noon.

No, onsite registration will not be available.

Parents and Families Weekend Kick-off will be held in the Kent Student Center on the third floor in room 306.